Careers

Make an impact – create your best career.
At McVeagh Fleming, you’ll join a friendly, professional, and highly skilled team dedicated to making a positive impact for our clients and our community. Here, you’ll work on challenging and rewarding projects alongside colleagues who value mentorship, learning, and professional development - key to our culture of creating success. We offer a clear pathway for career progression and support you in achieving your goals, while fostering an environment where you can thrive.

If you’re passionate and possess the skills and qualifications we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply for one of our current openings.
We’re hiring!

We’re looking for talented people

Our approach is straightforward — build a team of talented, passionate people and support them with a culture that empowers them to do great work.
Legal Secretary - Property & Private Wealth (Albany)

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Albany office, supporting two Legal Executives and two Senior Lawyers. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a similar role, with a strong background in property and private client matters. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and busy team.

Albany Office
Albany Office
HR Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced HR professional to lead our firm’s people and culture function. This role blends high-level leadership with a strong focus on operational execution and hands-on delivery. Based in our Auckland CBD office, with responsibility for supporting our Albany and Manukau offices, you will thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment that fosters initiative, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. You’ll help shape a workplace culture that supports growth, engagement, and high performance across the firm. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in a people-focused organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Auckland Office
Business Services Roles
Senior Solicitor - Property & Commercial

Join our growing business law team in Albany as a Senior Solicitor (3–4 years’ PQE) and work alongside a highly respected Partner on a diverse and dynamic client base. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your expertise in commercial law—covering contract drafting, business transactions, and client advisory work—in a collaborative and supportive environment designed to help you thrive.

Albany Office
Albany Office
Senior Associate - Property & Commercial

We have an exciting opportunity for a senior lawyer to join our well-regarded Property & Commercial team, based in our Manukau office. If you have 10+ years’ PQE and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect time to make your move. Whether you're looking for greater autonomy, leadership opportunities, or simply a fresh challenge in a supportive and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Manukau Office
Manukau Office
Solicitor / Senior Solicitor - Property

We’re looking for a Solicitor/Senior Solicitor with 3–4 years’ PQE to join our friendly and experienced team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of general practice matters, with a strong emphasis on residential and commercial property. You’ll also gain valuable experience working across trusts, wills, enduring powers of attorney (EPOA), and other private client matters. If you're ready to grow your skills in a supportive and well-rounded practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Albany Office
Albany Office
Associate/Senior Associate - Property & Private Wealth

We’re seeking a dedicated and commercially minded lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE to join our growing team, specialising in residential and commercial property, trusts, wills, estate planning, and enduring powers of attorney. You’ll take ownership of a varied caseload, delivering strategic, practical advice while mentoring junior staff and fostering strong client relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, client-focused environment where your contribution truly matters.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Solicitor - Property & Commercial

Join a supportive, tight-knit team in our busy Albany office, where your career development is just as important as the quality of service we deliver. We’re looking for a motivated Law Graduate or Junior Lawyer (up to 3 years’ PQE) to become part of our growing Property & Commercial team. You’ll work closely with a highly regarded Partner and experienced lawyers who are passionate about the North Shore community and committed to delivering exceptional results for clients.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Senior Solicitor - Family

Seeking an experienced family lawyer (3+ years PQE) to join our supportive, dynamic team! In this role you'll work across a range of matters including divorce/separation, child custody, guardianship disputes, adoption, and property settlements. We're looking for someone that prides themselves on building strong relationships, getting involved with the greater community and making a difference. Apply today to learn more.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Associate - Private Wealth

We are seeking an exceptional all-rounder who is well-equipped to handle a wide range of 'general practice' style work, including all aspects of residential and commercial property, trusts, wills and EPOAs. We're all about working together to get the best results for our clients, and we're looking for someone who shares that passion. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person with partnership aspirations. If you're ready to bring your legal expertise to a friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Senior Solicitors - Property/Commercial

Are you a talented lawyer with a few years of experience, looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We have one role available in Manukau. Our ideal candidate will come with no less than 5 years of PQE and demonstrate experience with franchising, licensing, joint ventures, property development, company restructuring, and commercial leasing. We welcome applications from candidates with a private practice or in-house background. If this role describes you, don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

Manukau Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
HR Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced HR professional to lead our firm’s people and culture function. This role blends high-level leadership with a strong focus on operational execution and hands-on delivery. Based in our Auckland CBD office, with responsibility for supporting our Albany and Manukau offices, you will thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment that fosters initiative, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. You’ll help shape a workplace culture that supports growth, engagement, and high performance across the firm. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in a people-focused organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Auckland Office
Business Services Roles
HR Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced HR professional to lead our firm’s people and culture function. This role blends high-level leadership with a strong focus on operational execution and hands-on delivery. Based in our Auckland CBD office, with responsibility for supporting our Albany and Manukau offices, you will thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment that fosters initiative, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. You’ll help shape a workplace culture that supports growth, engagement, and high performance across the firm. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in a people-focused organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Auckland Office
Business Services Roles
Legal Secretary - Property & Private Wealth (Albany)

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Albany office, supporting two Legal Executives and two Senior Lawyers. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a similar role, with a strong background in property and private client matters. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and busy team.

Albany Office
Albany Office
HR Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced HR professional to lead our firm’s people and culture function. This role blends high-level leadership with a strong focus on operational execution and hands-on delivery. Based in our Auckland CBD office, with responsibility for supporting our Albany and Manukau offices, you will thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment that fosters initiative, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. You’ll help shape a workplace culture that supports growth, engagement, and high performance across the firm. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in a people-focused organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Auckland Office
Business Services Roles
Senior Solicitor - Property & Commercial

Join our growing business law team in Albany as a Senior Solicitor (3–4 years’ PQE) and work alongside a highly respected Partner on a diverse and dynamic client base. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your expertise in commercial law—covering contract drafting, business transactions, and client advisory work—in a collaborative and supportive environment designed to help you thrive.

Albany Office
Albany Office
Solicitor / Senior Solicitor - Property

We’re looking for a Solicitor/Senior Solicitor with 3–4 years’ PQE to join our friendly and experienced team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of general practice matters, with a strong emphasis on residential and commercial property. You’ll also gain valuable experience working across trusts, wills, enduring powers of attorney (EPOA), and other private client matters. If you're ready to grow your skills in a supportive and well-rounded practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Albany Office
Albany Office
Associate/Senior Associate - Property & Private Wealth

We’re seeking a dedicated and commercially minded lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE to join our growing team, specialising in residential and commercial property, trusts, wills, estate planning, and enduring powers of attorney. You’ll take ownership of a varied caseload, delivering strategic, practical advice while mentoring junior staff and fostering strong client relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, client-focused environment where your contribution truly matters.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Solicitor - Property & Commercial

Join a supportive, tight-knit team in our busy Albany office, where your career development is just as important as the quality of service we deliver. We’re looking for a motivated Law Graduate or Junior Lawyer (up to 3 years’ PQE) to become part of our growing Property & Commercial team. You’ll work closely with a highly regarded Partner and experienced lawyers who are passionate about the North Shore community and committed to delivering exceptional results for clients.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Senior Solicitor - Family

Seeking an experienced family lawyer (3+ years PQE) to join our supportive, dynamic team! In this role you'll work across a range of matters including divorce/separation, child custody, guardianship disputes, adoption, and property settlements. We're looking for someone that prides themselves on building strong relationships, getting involved with the greater community and making a difference. Apply today to learn more.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
Associate - Private Wealth

We are seeking an exceptional all-rounder who is well-equipped to handle a wide range of 'general practice' style work, including all aspects of residential and commercial property, trusts, wills and EPOAs. We're all about working together to get the best results for our clients, and we're looking for someone who shares that passion. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person with partnership aspirations. If you're ready to bring your legal expertise to a friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Albany Office
Full-time
Legal Roles
HR Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced HR professional to lead our firm’s people and culture function. This role blends high-level leadership with a strong focus on operational execution and hands-on delivery. Based in our Auckland CBD office, with responsibility for supporting our Albany and Manukau offices, you will thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment that fosters initiative, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. You’ll help shape a workplace culture that supports growth, engagement, and high performance across the firm. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact in a people-focused organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.

Auckland Office
Business Services Roles
Senior Associate - Property & Commercial

We have an exciting opportunity for a senior lawyer to join our well-regarded Property & Commercial team, based in our Manukau office. If you have 10+ years’ PQE and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect time to make your move. Whether you're looking for greater autonomy, leadership opportunities, or simply a fresh challenge in a supportive and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Manukau Office
Manukau Office
Senior Solicitors - Property/Commercial

Are you a talented lawyer with a few years of experience, looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We have one role available in Manukau. Our ideal candidate will come with no less than 5 years of PQE and demonstrate experience with franchising, licensing, joint ventures, property development, company restructuring, and commercial leasing. We welcome applications from candidates with a private practice or in-house background. If this role describes you, don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

Manukau Office
Full-time
Legal Roles

Expressions of Interest

If we’re not currently advertising your ideal role, feel free to submit your CV and cover letter to register your interest. Or contact us at recruitment@mcveaghfleming.co.nz.
Expertise

Specialist services

We have a large team of family lawyers across three Auckland offices, with specialist skills to meet your needs. We will match you with a team member that has the expertise, skills and background you require. We pride ourselves on working hard on your behalf, and communicating the best options you have during these challenging, often stressful times.
Expertise

Specialist services

We have a large team of family lawyers across three Auckland offices, with specialist skills to meet your needs. We will match you with a team member that has the expertise, skills and background you require. We pride ourselves on working hard on your behalf, and communicating the best options you have during these challenging, often stressful times.

Summer Clerkship Programme

A summer of professional development, meaningful work, and intellectual challenge.

If you want to spend your summer gaining real experience, working alongside some of the best lawyers and mentors in the business, our McVeagh Fleming Summer Clerkship Programme is for you.

If you have an enquiring mind, strong technical skills, good energy, and a genuine desire to grow, then we’re passionate about developing young talent and helping you become the best lawyer you can be. Applications typically open in March each year.

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Frequently asked questions

When does McVeagh Fleming look for graduate positions?
Graduate positions become available throughout the year. We aim to build a talent pipeline, so if you think you've got what it takes, please send through your application to mcveaghflemingrecruitment@mcveaghfleming.co.nz
What's involved in the recruitment process?
Once you've applied for an advertised role and  we've reviewed your application, we will get in touch with you as soon as possible to arrange a phone interview. Following that going successfully, we would arrange a face-to-face interview.